Kandla: Another Indian-flagged LPG carrier, Jag Vikram, transporting 20,400 metric tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas, reached Kandla port in Gujarat on Tuesday. Owned by Mumbai-based Great Eastern Shipping Company, the LPG tanker, carrying 24 crew members, had sailed earlier and successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz on April 11. It arrived at Kandla on Tuesday morning, according to maritime traffic websites. The voyage is being seen as a significant development for India, as it marks one o...Read More

Ahmedabad: The food industry in Ahmedabad has been facing significant challenges over the past few weeks due to curbs on the supply of commercial LPG cylinders and a sharp rise in coal prices. According to traders, the restricted supply of commercial LPG has forced many hotels and eateries to shift to coal as an alternative fuel, resulting in a surge in both demand and prices. The cost of coal has reportedly increased by ₹20 per kg, from around ₹30 per kg before March to nearly ₹50 per kg...Read More

Gandhinagar: The Department of Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, Government of Gujarat, has announced amendments to existing rules to make the LPG supply system in the state smoother and more efficient. According to a decision by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Government of India, industries across sectors such as pharmaceuticals, food processing, polymers, agriculture, packaging, paint, steel, ceramics, glass and aerosols will now be allowed to procure bulk non-domestic LP...Read More

Ahmedabad: Amid evolving geopolitical developments in West Asia, both the Central and Gujarat governments are closely monitoring the availability and pricing of petroleum products and other essential commodities. Authorities have assured that adequate measures are in place to ensure uninterrupted supply and accessibility for citizens across the state. An official press briefing was held on Tuesday at the Press Information Bureau (PIB) in Ahmedabad, where senior officials outlined the state’s ...Read More

Surat/Gandhinagar: The Gujarat government today in a press-note stated it has made arrangements to ensure LPG supply and food facilities for workers in coordination with the Labour and Employment Department, the Industries Department and industrial units across the state. 'Under the arrangement, 100 per cent LPG is being supplied to canteens run by institutions under the Labour and Employment Department. In addition, 25 per cent of the allocated LPG quantity has been reserved for food preparati...Read More

Surat: To ensure uninterrupted and smooth availability of petrol, diesel, gas, and other essential commodities in Surat district, a review meeting was chaired by Gujarat State Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (GSPC) Managing Director Avantika Singh at Jilla Seva Sadan today. Addressing the meeting, Singh stated that adequate stocks of essential commodities, including gas, petrol, diesel, and fertilizers, are currently available across the state. She assured that necessary arrangements have been made ...Read More

Ahmedabad: Amid ongoing tensions in West Asia, another India-flagged LPG carrier, Green Sanvi, has crossed the Strait of Hormuz, carrying around 46,000 metric tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and is likely heading towards Gujarat. The vessel’s safe transit on Friday night marks a significant development as India navigates disruptions in global fuel supply routes due to the ongoing conflict in the Gulf region. With this, Green Sanvi becomes the seventh Indian vessel to cross the strateg...Read More

Surat: A high-level review meeting was held at the ICC Centre in Surat under the chairmanship of Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghvi, with representatives from industry associations in Surat, Ankleshwar, Vapi, and Bharuch. The meeting focused on issues related to workers, gas supply, and arrangements for laborers. Discussions were held between industry bodies and senior state officials on ensuring continuity of gas supply and improving facilities for workers. Speaking to the media after th...Read More

Gandhinagar: Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi on Saturday assured citizens of adequate availability of cooking gas and fuel across the state, and urged them not to heed rumours. Addressing a press conference, Sanghavi said the state government has taken multiple steps to ensure uninterrupted supply of LPG, PNG, CNG, and petrol, while also cracking down on black marketing and misinformation. Focus on PNG expansion The Deputy CM said Gujarat accounts for nearly 23% of the countryâ...Read More

Surat: A widening geopolitical conflict involving the United States and Israel launching air strikes against Iran, followed by retaliatory strikes by Iran on gas production facilities in Qatar, Bahrain and Oman, has triggered a global energy crisis impacting India. In response, the Government of India has invoked the Essential Services Maintenance Act (ESMA) to stabilise supply. Under this directive, LPG stocks produced and supplied by private players have been brought under the control of publ...Read More